The Global Climate Action Summit in San Francisco last September sparked a flurry of states, cities, and companies to announce commitments for climate action. California Governor Jerry Brown, signed SB 100, legislation that puts California on a path to 100 percent carbon-free electricity by 2045. While SB 100 is a huge victory, it’s not enough to get us to a just, fair, and sustainable future. Our car-dependent transportation system not only impedes climate p...

Last week, the California Public Utilities Commission approved a $56 million investment in clean energy projects for 11 disadvantaged communities in the San Joaquin Valley. This decision is an important milestone in ongoing efforts to ensure that California's clean energy goals center the communities that are most heavily impacted by pollution and climate change.

We're so proud to be part of a coalition that works with community stakeholders and the CPUC to lower energy costs for working families. It's estimated that on average these projects could end up saving residents up to $150 per month on their utility bill by reducing their reliance on expensive propane and wood burning devices used for cooking and home heating.